What is the cheapest way to get from Wicklow to Ballymena?

The cheapest way to get from Wicklow to Ballymena is to train which costs £25 - £40 and takes 5h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wicklow to Ballymena?

The fastest way to get from Wicklow to Ballymena is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Wicklow and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct bus from Wicklow to Ballymena station. However, there are services departing from Grand Hotel and arriving at Ballymena Bus Station via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 and Bridge Street 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Wicklow and Ballymena?

No, there is no direct train from Wicklow to Ballymena. However, there are services departing from Wicklow and arriving at Ballymena via Dublin Connolly and Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Wicklow to Ballymena?

The distance between Wicklow and Ballymena is 176 miles. The road distance is 151.1 miles.

How do I travel from Wicklow to Ballymena without a car?

The best way to get from Wicklow to Ballymena without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £25 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Wicklow to Ballymena?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Wicklow to Ballymena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wicklow to Ballymena bus from?

Wicklow to Ballymena bus services, operated by Wexford Bus, depart from Grand Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Wicklow to Ballymena train from?

Wicklow to Ballymena train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Wicklow station.

Train or bus from Wicklow to Ballymena?

The best way to get from Wicklow to Ballymena is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £25 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Wicklow to Ballymena bus arrive?

Wicklow to Ballymena bus services, operated by Wexford Bus, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 14 station.

Where does the Wicklow to Ballymena train arrive?

Wicklow to Ballymena train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Wicklow to Ballymena?

Yes, the driving distance between Wicklow to Ballymena is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Wicklow to Ballymena.

Where can I stay near Ballymena?

There are 215+ hotels available in Ballymena.

Wicklow to Ballymena - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Wicklow to Ballymena by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Wicklow to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain
5h 21m
£26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Hotel to Dublin Airport Zone 14bus
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus
3. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
5h 49m
Drive 150.2 mi
1. Drive from Wicklow to Ballymenacar 150.2 mi
2h 54m
£37–54
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Colley Row to Dublin Busárasbus 133
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 11bus X1
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain
6h 14m

Wicklow to Ballymena by train

37Weekly Trains

5h 21mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Wicklow to Ballymena.

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Distance: 174.9 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Wicklow, Ireland and Ballymena, Mid and East Antrim, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Wicklow to Ballymena via Dublin Connolly and Belfast Great Central in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Hotel to Ballymena Bus Station via Dublin Airport Zone 14, Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, Europa Bus Centre, and Bridge Street 2 in around 5h 49m.

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